MPTET 2026 - Varg 3, Varg 2 and Varg 1 - Mock Tests, Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Complete guide for MPTET (Madhya Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) conducted by MPESB for government teaching positions in Madhya Pradesh. Three levels: Varg 3 (Primary, Classes 1-5), Varg 2 (Middle School, Classes 6-8) and Varg 1 (High School, Classes 9-10). Varg 3 has a two-stage system: TET (eligibility, 100 marks) followed by Mains (recruitment, 150 marks). No negative marking in Varg 3 TET and Mains. Varg 2 has -0.25 negative marking. Qualifying: 60% for General, 50% for reserved categories. Free chapter-wise mock tests, Varg-wise exam patterns, MP-specific GK and expert tips.
- Graduate with B.Ed in relevant subject required
- Subject at graduation level - significantly harder than Varg 3
- GK and Reasoning section (40Q) carries 27% of marks - cannot be neglected
- Both Hindi and English language sections are separate (unlike Varg 3 where Language II is English or Hindi)
- Subjects available: Maths, Science, Social Science, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, Music, Sports
- -0.25 negative marking - be selective with uncertain questions
- Single-stage selection (no TET + Mains separation)
- Document Verification follows written exam
- Mains result leads to direct appointment based on merit
- Classes 9-10 (High School) teaching posts
- Objective type MCQs - varies 150-300 questions by notification
- Subject-specific knowledge at graduation/PG level
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs
- Teaching Aptitude and Pedagogy component
- Hindi Language section
- Negative marking: typically -0.25 per wrong answer
- Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, History, Geography, Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Economics, Commerce, Computer Science and others
- Conducted by MPPEB / MPESB - check specific cycle notification
- Post-graduation (Master's degree) in relevant subject with 50% OR graduation with 50% in relevant subject for some posts
- B.Ed from recognised NCTE institution
- For some subject combinations - graduation level with B.Ed may be sufficient
- Age: 18 to 40 years (General); relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per MP rules
- Madhya Pradesh domicile required for state government school appointment
- CTET or MPTET Varg 1 certificate may be required as eligibility prerequisite in some cycles
- High School Teacher Pay Level 7 approximately
- Starting basic pay: Rs.44,900 per month
- Gross with DA, HRA, TA: Rs.60,000 - Rs.75,000+/month
- Significantly higher than Varg 3 (Rs.25,300 basic)
- NPS pension, CGHS-equivalent medical, LTC
- MP government service rules apply
- Piaget's 4 Cognitive Development stages and classroom implications
- Vygotsky - ZPD, Scaffolding, Social Constructivism
- Kohlberg's Moral Development - 3 levels, 6 stages
- Erikson's Psychosocial Development - 8 stages
- Bandura - Social Learning Theory, Observational Learning
- Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligences (8 types)
- Thorndike's Laws of Learning
- Pavlov - Classical Conditioning (Stimulus-Response)
- Skinner - Operant Conditioning and Reinforcement
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs in educational context
- Inclusive Education - learning disabilities, CWSN
- Gifted and Talented learners
- RTE Act 2009 - key provisions, free education ages 6-14
- NCF 2005 - 5 guiding principles, constructivist learning
- NEP 2020 - 5+3+3+4 structure, NIPUN Bharat, PARAKH, mother tongue medium
- Madhya Pradesh Education Policy and state schemes
- Bloom's Taxonomy - Cognitive, Affective, Psychomotor domains
- Formative and Summative Assessment
- Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE)
- Teaching Methods - activity-based, project method, discussion
- Motivation - intrinsic vs extrinsic, classroom motivation strategies
- Child-centred education philosophy
- Gender and social equality in classroom
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in education
- MP is the heart of India - centrally located, landlocked state
- Narmada river - sacred, originates in Amarkantak, flows west
- Other rivers - Chambal, Betwa, Son, Wainganga, Tapi
- Satpura Range, Vindhya Range - hill ranges
- Districts (52 districts after reorganisation)
- Natural parks - Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Satpura, Madhav
- UNESCO sites - Khajuraho (temples), Sanchi (Buddhist stupa)
- Minerals - coal (Singrauli), diamonds (Panna), iron ore, limestone
- Agriculture - wheat, soybean, cotton, paddy
- Ancient capitals - Ujjain (Avanti kingdom), Vidisha, Dhar
- Chandragupta Maurya and Ashoka - connection to MP
- Sanchi Stupa - built by Ashoka, major Buddhist monument
- Khajuraho temples - Chandela dynasty (10th-11th century)
- Gondwana kingdom - Rani Durgavati of Gondwana
- Gwalior Fort - Tomar rulers, Man Singh Tomar
- Holkar and Scindia Maratha dynasties in MP
- 1857 Revolt - Tatya Tope, Rani Lakshmibai (Jhansi)
- Formation of MP state on 1 November 1956
- Folk dances - Rai (Bundelkhand), Karma (tribal), Badhai, Matki
- Tribal communities - Gond, Bhil, Baiga, Korku, Sahariya
- Festivals - Lokrang (state folk festival), Khajuraho Dance Festival
- Arts - Gond painting, Pithora art, Batik work of Chanderi
- Textile - Chanderi silk and Maheshwari fabric (GI tags)
- Food - Poha-Jalebi (Indore), Dal Bafle, Bhutte Ki Kees
- Languages - Hindi (official), tribal languages (Gondi, Bhili, Korku)
- Smart cities - Bhopal, Indore (cleanest city multiple times)
- State capital: Bhopal; commercial capital: Indore
- Legislative Assembly: Vidhan Sabha (230 seats)
- MP High Court: Jabalpur (Principal Bench); Benches in Gwalior and Indore
- MPSC (Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission)
- MPESB (MP Employees Selection Board) - conducts MPTET
- Panchayati Raj in MP - three-tier structure
- MP government schemes - Ladli Behna Yojana, CM Kisan Kalyan Yojana
- MP current affairs - Mohanpura Dam, AIIMS Bhopal, Industrial corridors
Salary figures are approximate and include DA at current rates. Actual salary varies based on posting city (HRA varies). Benefits include DA, HRA, TA, Medical, NPS pension, LTC, Children Education Allowance, and other MP government service benefits.
| Category | TET (100) | Mains (150) |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 60 (60%) | 90 (60%) |
| SC/ST/OBC | 50 (50%) | 75 (50%) |
| Category | Qualifying (out of 150) | % |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS | 90 | 60% |
| SC/ST/OBC/PwBD | 75 | 50% |
- MPTET Varg 3 TET (Oct 2025): 13,089 vacancies; result announced
- MPTET Varg 3 Mains: 10,150 vacancies; result 27 Feb 2026
- Varg 2 2025: 10,757 vacancies across subjects
- Large number of applicants each cycle (10-20 lakh+) makes competition intense
- Past cycles saw 15-20% pass rate in TET qualifying stage
- Strong subject knowledge + pedagogy + MP GK is the winning combination
MPTET 2026 - Varg 1, Varg 2 and Varg 3 Complete Guide: Exam Pattern, Syllabus, MP GK, Qualifying Marks and Free Mock Tests
The MPTET (Madhya Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) is conducted by MPESB (Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board) for government school teaching positions in Madhya Pradesh in three levels: Varg 3 (Primary Teacher, Classes 1-5), Varg 2 (Middle School Teacher, Classes 6-8) and Varg 1 (High School Teacher, Classes 9-10). Important: Higher Varg number = lower class level - Varg 1 is the most senior teacher post requiring highest qualification. MPTET Varg 3 has a unique two-stage system: TET (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours, no negative marking) covering Hindi, English, Maths, Science and Social Science (20Q each) followed by Mains (150 MCQs, 150 marks, 2.5 hours, no negative marking) covering Child Development and Pedagogy, Hindi, English, Mathematics and EVS (30Q each). Varg 3 TET 2025 held 9 October 2025 with 13,089 vacancies; Mains 2025 had 10,150 vacancies with result 27 February 2026. MPTET Varg 2 (150 MCQs, 150 marks, 150 minutes, -0.25 negative marking) has GK and Reasoning (40Q), Pedagogy (20Q), Hindi (30Q), English (20Q) and Subject-specific section (40Q). 10,757 vacancies in 2025 cycle.
Qualifying marks for all Varg levels: 60% for General/EWS, 50% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD. Eligibility: Varg 3 needs 12th + D.El.Ed/B.Ed; Varg 2 needs graduation with B.Ed in relevant subject; Varg 1 needs graduation/PG with B.Ed. Salary ranges: Varg 3 Rs.25,300/month, Varg 2 Rs.35,400+/month, Varg 1 Rs.44,900+/month (basic pay, plus DA, HRA, TA). CTET certificates are accepted as equivalent to MPTET Varg 3 TET in many Mains cycles - check specific notification. Madhya Pradesh-specific GK is essential for Varg 2 (40 marks in GK section) covering Narmada river, MP history, Kanha-Bandhavgarh wildlife, Chanderi-Maheshwari textiles, Gond painting, MP polity and current affairs.
Our free MPTET mock tests cover all general aptitude sections - General Studies (pedagogy, NCF 2005, NEP 2020), General Knowledge and Awareness (MP GK and national current affairs), General Intelligence and Reasoning (Varg 2 Reasoning section), Numerical and Mathematical Ability (Mathematics sections) and English Language (Language sections) - available topic-wise at zero cost at StudiesToday.com.